Abstract

TAVARES, Mónica  and  SELORES, Manuela. Scabies: practical recommendations for diagnosis and treatment. Nascer e Crescer [online]. 2013, vol.22, n.2, pp.80-86. ISSN 0872-0754.

Introduction: Scabies is an infection caused by the parasite Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis that gains significance due to the morbidity associated with intense itching, high infectivity, frequent outbreaks and persistence of symptoms for many days even after complete eradication. Objectives: Approach to pathophysiology, differential diagnosis and treatment options in children. Development: In pediatrics the differential diagnosis of escabiosis with other very common diseases in this age group is sometimes difficult. The lack of studies regarding efficacy and safety of the various available drugs in children makes it difficult to drawn recommendations. Scabies treatment is based more on personal experience, local availability and cost than on medical evidence. Conclusions: This article aims to summarize the pathogenesis of infection by Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis in children focusing special attention on symptoms and treatment. Although there are no randomized controlled trials with sulfur precipitated in scabies treatment to prove its efficacy and safety, it seems to be one of the most recommended drugs in this age group.

Keywords : Diagnosis; scabies; sulfur; treatment.

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